hi, just curious, whats the going rate for model portfolio sessions these days?
whats the per hour rate and whats the full session rate (4-5 hours shoot)?

I'd charge at least 3T for it.

I'd charge at least 3T for it.
how long would the shoot last?

Hmmm I'd say maybe 4 sets, no more than 3 hours - I hope.

But honestly, those who need portfolios are usually aspiring models hence it's usually a quid pro quo with an equally aspiring photographer. I suggest that you work with a third talent - a makeup artist - to come up with a portfolio where all 3 will benefit.

i agree with jerry.. there are so many "parties" that you can invite here.. aspirinig models.. make up artists.. fashion designers.. and probably resort owners as well..

but i heard from a friends that for models.. photographers can ask about 500php per good picture... of course models use this as part of their portfolio..

for now it's an X-deal thing for me...

i have yet to establish the skill and a name to start charging fees...

for now we all work for free ... bullet day.. sigh ... bullet day

well depende kung gaano na ikaw katagal sa industry, it varies,,me i charge 6t the lowest, its 4 changes din ng clothes..., mas mahirap mag charge per hour,,mas madali per layout

From our experience, it is better for a beginning photographer to hire an experienced model. She would know how to pose, and can even help give pointers to the photographer on how to set up for talent shoots, how to prepare the portfolio, and maybe even give him some leads to people (art directors, editors) who may need his services.

In the same way, an aspiring model should pay an experienced photographer so that she could have a professional looking portfolio, and receive some tips on how to pose, even how to do make up, or mix-match clothes and accessories from the professional fashion photographer.

Either way, it would come out as a good investment that would pay off much sooner than if two beginners fumbled their way through a photo session.

Just a suggestion...good luck!:)

well depende kung gaano na ikaw katagal sa industry, it varies,,me i charge 6t the lowest, its 4 changes din ng clothes..., mas mahirap mag charge per hour,,mas madali per layout

Hoy Bobet! Nice to see you here.... :D ..... That means you're more than several decades in photog business he he he he.

@ ems. It depends as to who will do the layout. If you will also do the layout 5K is safe (4 sets). That only includes the edited layout usually in 5R softcopy and a sampler printed output. It's up to you how many printed 5R you want to give.... If you are really a nice person =) you can give the other unused photos for free...... I'm a semi-nice person so I give the photos for free, but in low resolutions only he he he...... with copyright imprinted.

For Xdeal. It all depends upon the whole team's agreement..... Everybody should benefit so everybody happy.

@Harvey

I totally agree with this.

I remember shooting a newbie model for a class. Wow, it was tough since I, too, was a beginner in this.

So, there I was trying to motivate the model, who was shy and was refusing to show her teeth, I was praying and hoping that I come up with a decent shot to submit for the assignment. Worked with her for an hour and I can't say I was satisfied with the output.

On the other hand, when I shot a more advanced model, it was smooth sailing. I learnt how to concentrate more on composition and since the model was more approachable, giving her instructions was a breeze. Hence, better output.

Lesson learnt for me.

From our experience, it is better for a beginning photographer to hire an experienced model. She would know how to pose, and can even help give pointers to the photographer on how to set up for talent shoots, how to prepare the portfolio, and maybe even give him some leads to people (art directors, editors) who may need his services.

In the same way, an aspiring model should pay an experienced photographer so that she could have a professional looking portfolio, and receive some tips on how to pose, even how to do make up, or mix-match clothes and accessories from the professional fashion photographer.

Either way, it would come out as a good investment that would pay off much sooner than if two beginners fumbled their way through a photo session.

Just a suggestion...good luck!:)

@Ems

If it's not an ex-deal, I think 5K (4-5 hour shoot) for the whole session is reasonable enough.

how much naman po do you pay the model if you're the one who needs them? like for me, i still dont have a portfolio and i want to get a model... should i be the one to offer the price or should i ask her how much is her fee?

following dex, i still dont have a portfolio and i want to excel in fashion and glamour. what should we do?

My friend charges 1T but he does not pay for the prints... His gallery: http://bayot.deviantart.com

can i join the EB on ALABANG TOWN CENTER??im a newbie here.and im using SONY DSC F828 only..

@ralph, you're on the wrong post. pls post on "Major South EB at ATC" thread to get Sir Aly's attention. I think you'll be on the wait list. newbies like us are welcome there.
here's the link:
http://www.digitalphotographer.com.ph/forum/showthread.php?t=6398&page=15

@Harvey

I totally agree with this.

I remember shooting a newbie model for a class. Wow, it was tough since I, too, was a beginner in this.

So, there I was trying to motivate the model, who was shy and was refusing to show her teeth, I was praying and hoping that I come up with a decent shot to submit for the assignment. Worked with her for an hour and I can't say I was satisfied with the output.

On the other hand, when I shot a more advanced model, it was smooth sailing. I learnt how to concentrate more on composition and since the model was more approachable, giving her instructions was a breeze. Hence, better output.

Lesson learnt for me.

this i learned yesterdy. Its easy to do lighting once you get the basic but making the poses was difficult. Good thing the models were good which made it a lot easier.

@Mel - Now i'm buying gurly magazines like cosmo, mega, preview to get some ideas on poses and concepts

@Mel - Now i'm buying gurly magazines like cosmo, mega, preview to get some ideas on poses and concepts

good thing my wife buys those stuff hehe. shoot na!

OT: Can you help me where I can hire a model for a shoot? I would really appreciate it. Send me a PM na lang. I need one in a few days. :) Thanks in advance.

From our experience, it is better for a beginning photographer to hire an experienced model. She would know how to pose, and can even help give pointers to the photographer on how to set up for talent shoots, how to prepare the portfolio, and maybe even give him some leads to people (art directors, editors) who may need his services.

In the same way, an aspiring model should pay an experienced photographer so that she could have a professional looking portfolio, and receive some tips on how to pose, even how to do make up, or mix-match clothes and accessories from the professional fashion photographer.

Either way, it would come out as a good investment that would pay off much sooner than if two beginners fumbled their way through a photo session.

Just a suggestion...good luck!:)

I totally agree with Harvey. It really pays when at least one of the parties is experienced.